ER70KS Flux-Cored Arc Welding Wire from China
ER70KS is a seamless copper-coated flux-cored wire made from mild steel, designed for high-strength electric arc welding in structural fabrication. Classified under HTS 8311.20.00.00 due to its base metal core filled with flux for arc stability and slag formation during welding.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include AWS A5.20 certification to confirm flux-cored status and avoid reclassification
• Ensure spools are labeled with wire diameter (e.g
• 0.035") and position (all-position) for accurate reporting
• Test for copper coating integrity, as excessive coating may trigger scrutiny under coating headings